http://www.webvet.com/main/showArticles/page/17 This feed contains articles about Pet News en-us Copyright 2010 Webvet, LLC 2010-03-01T21:35-05:00 advertise@webvet.com advertise@webvet.com Pet News hourly http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2170 <a href="http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2170">Secondhand smoke affects pets</a><br /><p>We all know how dangerous secondhand smoke is to humans, but do we ever stop to think about our pets?&nbsp; The Henry Ford Health System surveyed more than 3,000 pet owners and found that 28 percent of them are smokers that say they'd be more interested in quitting if they knew that smoking was harmful to their pets' health.&nbsp; Click<a href="http://abcnews.go.com/Health/WellnessNews/story?id=6858532&amp;page=1" target="_blank" title="secondhand smoke"> here</a> to read more about the harmful effects of secondhand smoke on pets.</p><br />WebVet staff report WebVet staff report Pet News http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2173 <a href="http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2173">Financial aid given for pets during slumping economy</a><br /><p>Financial aid is being given by the pet company Advantage to help with preventative care during tough economic times.&nbsp; Advantage is shelling out more than $250,000 in aid, dispersed in $20 vouchers.&nbsp; The company hopes that pet owners will use it for preventative care for their pets, allowing them to keep the pets during tough times.&nbsp; Click <a href="http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29227397/" target="_blank">here</a> for the full story.</p><br />WebVet staff report WebVet staff report Pet News http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2174 <a href="http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2174">Fish training tools take top prize at Global Pet Expo</a><br /><p>Orlando, FL</p><p>R2 solutions took home the first place prize in the Aquatics category at the 2009 Global Pet Expo's Best New Product Showcase with their 'R2 Fish School.' The R2 Fish School is a complete tool kit to teach your fish tricks.&nbsp; Click <a href="http://www.pr.com/press-release/133052">here</a> for the full story. </p><br />WebVet staff report WebVet staff report Pet News http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2139 <a href="http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2139">Dogs prove more effective than pills</a><br /><p>Dec. 16, 2008 -- The positive effects of having a pet dog close by include lowered blood pressure, slowed heart beat and more relaxed muscles, according to a study published recently in the journal Psychosomatic Medicine. University of British Columbia&nbsp;professor and author Stanley Coren says because of this, dogs actually&nbsp;work better than Prozac, a prescription antidepressant. Research shows that dog owners make fewer visits to the doctor and are generally more active. Click <a href="http://www.canada.com/topics/bodyandhealth/story.html?id=1077654" target="_blank">here</a> for the full report.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><br />WebVet staff report WebVet staff report Pet News http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2165 <a href="http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2165">Keeping pets healthy during tough times</a><br /><p>Jan. 29, 2009 -- Don't let your pet suffer during these tough economic times. Instead of waiting until your pet is ill and requires costly medical treatments, take your pet to the vet for regular check-ups to prevent illnesses from occurring in the first place. Click <a href="http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,480951,00.html" target="_blank">here</a> to read more about taking care of your pet when money is tight.</p><br />WebVet staff report WebVet staff report Pet News http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2171 <a href="http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2171">Study: Smokers want to quit for their pets</a><br /><p>Feb. 13, 2009 -- A new survey shows that people who smoke may be more motivated to quit if they knew the harm it was doing to their pets. Researchers from the Henry Ford Health System surveyed more than 3,000 pet owners and found 28 percent of smokers said they would be interested in quitting if they knew the habit could damage their pets' health. Click <a href="http://abcnews.go.com/Health/WellnessNews/story?id=6858532&amp;page=1" target="_blank">here</a> for the full story.</p><br />WebVet staff report WebVet staff report Pet News http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2161 <a href="http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2161">Labrador Retriever still most popular dog in U.S., says AKC</a><br /><p>Jan. 21, 2009 -- For the 18th consecutive year, the <a href="http://webvet.com/breeds/show/id/263" target="_blank">Labrador Retriever</a> is the most popular purebred dog in America, according to 2008 registration statistics released&nbsp;by the American Kennel Club&reg; (AKC). The Bulldog continues to make its way up the list. The breed made news last year by returning to the AKC&rsquo;s Top 10 for the first time in more than 70 years and now has jumped 6 percent, advancing two spots to land in 8th place. Click <a href="http://www.akc.org/news/index.cfm?article_id=3709" target="_blank">here</a> for the full report.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><br />WebVet staff report WebVet staff report Pet News http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2138 <a href="http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2138">Joe Biden adopts German shepherd puppy</a><br /><p>Dec. 15, 2008 -- Vice President-elect Joe Biden has adopted a 3-month-old German shepherd to bring with him to Washington. Biden got the dog from a German shepherd breeder in Pennsylvania. He said that his grandchildren get to name the puppy. President-elect Barack Obama and his family are still looking for a puppy to bring to the White House. Click <a href="http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/28221617/" target="_blank">here</a> for the full story.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><br />WebVet staff report WebVet staff report Pet News http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2162 <a href="http://www.webvet.com/main/article?id=2162">White House history includes long list of pets</a><br /><p>The White House has a long history of presidential pets.&nbsp;Almost all of&nbsp;the U.S.&nbsp;presidents have had pets, from George Washington&nbsp; (12 horses and 36 hounds) to George W. Bush&rsquo;s dogs, Miss Beazley, Barney, and Spot, and cat, India. Dogs are the overwhelming pet of choice for presidential families. The past 43 presidents have owned no less than 112 dogs between them.&nbsp;Now we'll have to wait and see who the newest White House pet will be. Click <a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2333-DC-Pet-Shelters-Examiner~y2009m1d21-Presidental-pet-past" target="_blank">here</a> for the full story.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><br />WebVet staff report WebVet staff report Pet News